close
Comparative
closer
Superlative
closest
1
near in distance
- The close proximity of the two houses made them ideal for neighbors.
- The two buildings are so close that their rooftops almost touch.
- The close distance between the two cities makes it easy to commute.
- The close spacing of the chairs in the auditorium made it feel cramped.
- The grocery store is quite close, just a five-minute walk away.
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near or approaching in time
- The deadline for the project is close, and we need to finish soon.
- Their anniversary is close, so they are planning a special celebration.
- The concert date is getting close, and tickets are almost sold out.
- The holidays are close, and everyone is excited for the break.
- His graduation is close, and he's already preparing for the ceremony.
3
sharing a strong and intimate bond
- They have a close friendship that has lasted for years.
- Despite their busy schedules, they make time for each other, maintaining their close friendship.
- The couple had a close partnership, built on trust and mutual respect.
- He is very close to his parents and values their opinions.
- Their close relationship made them inseparable, both in good times and bad.
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4
having a strong familial connection, typically referring to immediate family members like parents or siblings
- His close relatives attended every family event.
- The doctor asked about any illnesses in close family members.
- She trusted her close relatives with her most personal thoughts.
- They shared a strong bond with their close relatives.
- The close family members all supported each other.
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performed with great care and thoroughness
- She conducted a close review of the documents before signing.
- The researcher took a close look at the results to ensure accuracy.
- He paid close attention to her body language during the meeting.
- The team performed a close inspection of the machinery before use.
- The artist made a close study of the light and shadow in the painting.
6
indicating a result with little difference between the participants
- The final score was close, with only a few points between the teams.
- It was a close game, and the lead changed multiple times.
- The race ended in a close finish, with both runners neck-and-neck.
- The competition was so close that it could have gone either way.
- The vote count was close, and the winner was determined by just a small margin.
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having little space between people or things
- The room was so close that people had to squeeze past each other.
- The market was close with people hustling to get the best deals.
- The crowd gathered in such close quarters that it was hard to breathe.
- The small cafe was close, making it difficult to find a seat.
- The concert venue was close, with people packed tightly together.
8
having a tight or compact arrangement, especially in textiles like fabric or weave
- The fabric had a close weave, making it durable and smooth.
- The fence was built with close slats to ensure privacy.
- The cloth had a close texture, making it more durable.
- The fabric's close texture made it perfect for the winter coat.
- The close weave of the denim gave the jeans extra durability.
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carefully guarded or kept secret, with limited access or knowledge
- The company's future plans are a close secret, shared only with top executives.
- His movements were kept close, with no one aware of his location.
- The government kept the details of the operation close to prevent leaks.
- She held her personal life close, revealing little to anyone.
- The confidential information was under close protection, accessible only by a few trusted individuals.
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(of hair) cut very short, typically near the scalp
- He got a close haircut for the military, keeping it practical and tidy.
- The barber gave him a close trim, leaving his hair barely above the skin.
- She prefers a close style for her hair during the summer to stay cool.
- His close haircut gave him a sharp, clean appearance.
11
reluctant to give or spend, especially money
- He’s always been close with his money, never willing to spend freely.
- She’s very close when it comes to buying gifts, always choosing the cheapest options.
- He was known for being close, rarely donating to charity.
- The businessman is so close with his money that he rarely treats his employees.
- They joked about how close he was with his wallet, always hesitant to share.
12
having no excess space but without being restrictive
- The jacket had a close fit, offering warmth without feeling tight.
- The close fit of the gloves provided both comfort and dexterity.
- The close fit of the shoes was ideal for long walks, offering both support and flexibility.
- The dress was a close fit, hugging her curves without being restrictive.
- The sweater had a close fit, snug yet comfortable for daily wear.
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(of a person) secretive or unwilling to share personal information
- He's a close person, rarely opening up about his feelings.
- She’s always been close, keeping her thoughts and emotions to herself.
- His close nature made it hard for others to get to know him.
- They described him as a close person, never sharing details about his past.
14
having air that feels stuffy and lacks freshness
- The room felt close with no windows open.
- It was so close in the elevator that it was hard to breathe.
- The air was close, making it hard to stay comfortable.
- The cabin was close and stuffy all night.
- The close air in the car made everyone feel tired.
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15
almost reaching or becoming something
- The car was close to crashing before the driver regained control.
- The two friends were close to finishing their long hike.
- His performance was close to perfect, with only minor errors.
- The final decision was close, and everyone was waiting anxiously.
- She was close to making a breakthrough in her research.